Exploratory factor analysis can be used to
A) test hypotheses about the relationships among a set of variables.
B) condense a large number of variables into a few variables to simplify data analysis
C) examine the generalizability of a measure.
D) do any of the above.

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Exploratory factor analysis is used to identify underlying factors or dimensions in a set of variables and condense a large number of variables into a few variables for easier data analysis. It is not used to test hypotheses or examine the generalizability of a measure.

Exploratory Factor Analysis Can Be Used to